Céide Fields, Neolithic archaeological site in County Mayo, Ireland
The Céide Fields contain an extensive network of stone walls and ancient field systems stretching across 12 square kilometers of coastal landscape.
Discovered in the 1930s by schoolteacher Patrick Caulfield, the site dates back to 3000 BC when early farming communities established agricultural settlements.
The site demonstrates advanced agricultural knowledge of Neolithic communities through carefully planned field systems, dwelling spaces, and megalithic tombs.
Visitors can explore the archaeological site through guided tours at the interpretive center, which operates from late April through October.
The fields represent the oldest known stone-walled field system in the world, preserved beneath layers of peat that developed over thousands of years.
Location: County Mayo
GPS coordinates: 54.30722,-9.45778
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:47
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